Acapulco Gold Seeds

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Acapulco Gold: Solid Gold

The Sativa-dominant Acapulco Gold Seeds made their way from the Guerrero Mountains of Mexico to the United States. Its popularity grew exponentially when it was named one of the top 25 marijuana strains by “High Times Magazine”. Since then it has become one of the ideal strains to use for wake-and-bake sessions. Although its popularity began in the 1960s counterculture, the rolling legalization of cannabis in states across the country has increased its already high demand. Acapulco Gold marijuana plants are tall and bushy, with long, slender leaves that are a vibrant green color. You may notice some browns and oranges in there as well. The buds are dense and resinous, with a golden hue that gives the landrace strain its name. When trimming and harvesting your plants, you may notice plenty of resin due to the density of the buds. The pistils are a rusty orange color, and the trichomes are plentiful, giving the buds a frosty appearance. Acapulco Gold won the 2010 High Times Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam in the Best Sativa category. This legendary strain boasts quite the resume, making it a top choice for growers and enthusiasts alike.

Growing Tips for Our Seeds

Acapulco Gold feminized cannabis seeds aren’t the best choice for novice growers, but they make an excellent selection for intermediate to master growers. If you’ve got a handle on growing, then Acapulco Gold is a preferred plant due to its popularity and yield. Also, it produces similar yields in both indoor and outdoor setups, with larger buds in most private grows. Harvesting these buds isn’t complicated, and Acapulco Gold is fairly resistant to pests and pathogens. It will grow larger outdoors under natural sunlight but replicating the correct environment indoors isn’t too tricky. The maintenance and attention to detail this strain requires are what makes it harder for first-time growers to bring it to fruition.

Dial in Your Growing Conditions

• Indoor or Outdoor: Acapulco Gold marijuana can be grown indoors and outdoors by experienced growers. The desired temperature for this strain is between 70-85 degrees Fahrenheit. This strain requires 18-20 hours of light during the vegetative stage. Switching to a 12/12 light cycle will induce the flowering stage and bring these plants to harvest.
•  Moisture control: Humidity levels of approximately 40-50% during the vegetative phase, gradually decreasing to 30-40% or lower during the flowering stage. This change in humidity will help keep mold and bud rot off of your plants.
• Training Techniques: Low-stress training (LST) and topping are the best options for this specific strain, as they will help light and air circulate to the lowest branches of the plant. They are also good choices because this plant grows tall and these methods will trim down leaves and branches to control the overall growth.

Yields, Flowering Time, and Harvest

• Flowering Time: Growing indoors, you can expect the Acapulco Gold strain to harvest after a long flowering period of 70-80 days. If you are growing outside, then you can expect flowering to occur in mid to late October. You are going to want to closely monitor the outdoor grow to ensure you harvest at the opportune time.
• Yields: While Indoor yields are around 450 grams per square meter, outdoor grows typically produce up to 550 grams per plant. These yields make every ounce of blood, sweat, and tears totally worth it. Growing one of the world’s most popular strains is a truly rewarding process, especially when you harvest these massive buds of high-quality herb.

Dominant Terpenes in Acapulco Gold: Mexican Greatness

The Acapulco Gold terpene profile is directly responsible for how the plant smells and tastes and the strong effects it has on its users. The most dominant terpene in this strain is caryophyllene, while limonene and myrcene are secondary terpenes.

• Caryophyllene: Most Dominant -  Found in cinnamon and black pepper, this terpene adds a bit of spice to the cannabis plant.
• Myrcene: Secondary Terpene – The “Mother of all Terpenes”, myrcene has an earthy and woodsy aroma and flavor to it.
• Limonene: Citrus Vibes – Common in the rinds of citrus fruits, this terpene helps users with anxiety and promotes healthy lung function.

Dominant Cannabinoids in Acapulco Gold:

Cannabinoids play an important role in Acapulco Gold seeds and are generally a huge part of most strains of cannabis. That energetic, relaxed, and happy feeling you get when enjoying the Acapulco Gold strain is due to its dominant cannabinoids. Each cannabinoid does something different to the user.

• THC: The Main Character - THC is the most dominant cannabinoid on the molecular level of this strain. The crystalline compound tetrahydrocannabinol is the main ingredient of cannabis. Topping out at 24%, the THC in this Sativa-dominant strain is responsible for the euphoric and relaxed feeling you get when enjoying Acapulco Gold cannabis.
• CBD: Very Minimal Amounts - While the CBD levels in Acapulco Gold are around 1%, the cannabinoid is still present, and the effects are noticeable in this strain. CBD plays a smaller role in what the strain does to the user. CBD is non-psychoactive and can produce effects that help with anxiety, sleep, pain, and even stress. The CBD in the Acapulco Gold strain, even in its lower amounts, definitely has a positive effect on the user.

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